Thursday night market resumes this week in downtown Chico

The Thursday Night Market kicks off its 18th season this week in downtown Chico with certified produce, locally prepared food, arts and crafts, nonprofit promotion, and live entertainment.

It's 6-9 p.m. every Thursday from April 3 through Sept. 25, rain or shine. Broadway is closed for the market from East Second to East Fifth Streets, along with East Third and East Fourth streets between Main and Salem streets. The market occupies City Plaza as well, where a new and improved Kids Zone is set up.

The market is certified to accept and redeem SNAP benefits. Market vendors also accept WIC and Senior FMNP food vouchers.

No animals are permitted within market boundaries, and bicycle riding, skateboarding or rollerskating is not allowed.

The market is produced by the Downtown Chico Business Association in partnership with community sponsors.